Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less was developed by professionals from North Carolina State University and the NCDHHS Division of Public Health. Based on the theory of planned behavior, Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is an online weight management program that uses strategies proven to work for weight loss and maintenance. Each lesson informs, empowers and motivates participants to live mindfully as they make choices about eating and physical activity. Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is delivered in an interactive real-time format with a live instructor. The program is offered to employers and health plans interested in eating smart, moving more, and achieving a healthy weight.
What Makes Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less Unique?
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is built upon evidence based healthy eating and physical activity strategies to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less program outcomes are published in peer-reviewed journals to further contribute to this evidence. …Read More
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less instructors inspire and motivate program participants throughout their journey toward better health. Instructors are Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) and are trained to effectively engage and empower participants in and outside of class. …Read More
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is delivered in an interactive online format with a live instructor. Each employee can choose the class time that works best for his or her schedule. We offer lunchtime, late afternoon, and evening classes to accommodate various time zones and work schedules. A new 15-week series begins each month to minimize wait time. …Read More
Online,
Real-Time Delivery
- Classes are held online with a live instructor
- Convenient lunchtime and evening classes
- Accessible on computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones
- One-on-one support outside of class
Each lesson includes:
- Information about why the behavior is important for weight loss/maintenance
- Practical strategies for adopting the behavior
- 3-5 minute physical activity break
- Ways concepts can be adopted by the whole family
- Opportunity for sharing and celebrating
- Suggestions for living mindfully
- Guided discussion of strategy for the week
Participants Receive
Track your progress, set goals, and communicate with your instructor through the online portal, My Dashboard.
Message one-on-one with your instructor, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, throughout the week for additional support.
Each participant can request a paper copy or PDF copy of a program workbook and mindful eating journal.
Participants who attend all 15 classes will receive a free Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less t-shirt in the color and size of their choice.